IELTS

Speaking 1
W o r k / S t u d y, W e e k e n d
Activities, Daily Routines

MS. Ruby
Speaking Part 1 - Warm-up questions

How many topics we will learn today?

 Speaking - TOPIC 1: WEEKEND

Frivolous (adj.) /ˈfrɪv.əl.əs/ - not To take smth for granted (phrase) -

having any serious purpose or value to never think about something
Ex: Why Do We Waste Time, Money because you believe it will always be
On Frivolous Shopping? available or stay exactly the same
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Watch the latest blockbuster:

Xem bộ phim bom tấn mới nhất
Have a chin-wag about st:
Nói chuyện với ai
 Speaking - TOPIC 2: HOME AND ACCOMODATION

Condominium /ˌkɒn.dəˈmɪn.i.əm/ close-knit community - Close-Knit

Ex: an apartment in a condominium Communities Put the Individual First
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tenant /ˈten.ənt/ (all the) mod cons

a person who pays rent for the use Ex:The house is fully equipped with all
of land or a building mod cons including a dishwasher.
 TOPIC 3:WORK/STUDY

To be your own boss/run your Eager beaver /ˌiː.ɡər ˈbiː.vər/ an

own business/be self-employed enthusiastic and hard-working person
 TOPIC 3:WORK/STUDY

Hit the books - The exam is next To fall behind with studies - to
week so I really have to hit the progress less quickly than others
books today
 TOPIC 4: HOMETOWN

Quiet = Peaceful = Tranquil: Pace of life: Nhịp sống

/ˈtræŋkwɪl/ Yên bình Ex: The pace of life is much slower in
Ex: How tranquil spaces can help the country than in the city
people feel calm and relaxed
 TOPIC 4: HOMETOWN

Tourist attraction: A place of Pavement café: /ˈpeɪvmənt/ /ˈkæfeɪ/ -

interest to tourists Cà phê vỉa hè
 TOPIC 5: TRANSPORT

Pedestrian crossing /pə Multi-storey car park - bãi đỗ xe

ˌdes.tri.ən ˈkrɒs.ɪŋ/ vạch sang nhiều tầng
đường
 TOPIC 5: TRANSPORT

to accelerate /əkˈsel.ə.reɪt/: to brake /breɪk/: phanh (động từ)

tăng tốc Ex: She had no brakes on her bicycle
Ex: I accelerated to overtake When it’s icy, you have to brake gently.
the bus.
 TOPIC 5: TRANSPORT

to accelerate /əkˈsel.ə.reɪt/: to brake /breɪk/: phanh (động từ)

tăng tốc Ex: She had no brakes on her bicycle
Ex: I accelerated to overtake When it’s icy, you have to brake gently.
the bus.
 TOPIC 6: STAYING UP LATE

Night owl — a person who Sleep deprivation /ˈsliːp dep.rɪ

prefers to be awake and active ˌveɪ.ʃən/ (noun)
at night They say that nothing ages you like
sleep deprivation.
 TOPIC 7: MORNING

Old habits die hard - thói Rise and shine! = said to tell someone
quen xấu khó bỏ to wake up and get out of bed
Speaking Part 1

Let’s spend 1-2’ revise

The hot seat: Each group choose 1

person => Move your chair facing the
board

Which team answers faster +1 point

Speaking take-note

Let’s spend 15’ to note down all of

your answer from topic 2-4
 Work/Study Balance:
Weekend Plans:
Student A: You are currently a part-time
Student A: You are a student who plans to spend the
employee and find it challenging to
upcoming weekend studying at home. Express your
balance work and studies. Share your
reasons and how you will organize your study time.
experiences and discuss possible
Student B: You are a friend who enjoys outdoor
solutions.
activities. Convince your friend to join you for a hiking
Student B: You are a time management
trip over the weekend.
expert. Provide advice to Student A on
how to create a better work/study
Home and Accommodation Preferences: balance.

Student A: You are looking for a new apartment and

have specific requirements (e.g., quiet neighborhood,
spacious rooms). Explain your preferences and why they
are important to you.
Student B: You are a real estate agent. Recommend a
suitable apartment to Student A based on their
preferences.
Speaking take-note

Let’s spend 20’ to note down all of

your answer from topic 4-7

Hometown Explorations:
Student A: You recently visited your hometown
and discovered new attractions. Excitedly share
your experiences with Student B and recommend
must-visit places.
Student B: You are a tourist who plans to visit
Student A's hometown. Ask for
recommendations and gather information about
popular tourist spots.
Staying Up Late:
Student A: You are a night owl and enjoy staying
up late. Discuss why you prefer staying awake
during the night and how it affects your daily
routine.
Student B: You are a health expert concerned
about the effects of staying up late. Provide
information on the importance of a regular sleep
schedule and the potential consequences of
insufficient sleep.
Transport Preferences:
Student A: You prefer public transportation and believe it
has more advantages than private cars. Explain your
reasons and discuss the benefits of public transport.
Student B: You are a car enthusiast and advocate for
private cars. Share your perspective and explain why
private cars are more convenient than public transport.
Morning Routines:
Student A: You are an early riser and have a
well-planned morning routine. Share your
morning activities and explain the benefits of
starting the day early.
Student B: You are a night owl who struggles
to wake up early. Express your doubts about
the advantages of waking up early and discuss
your alternative routine.
 1. Each group is assigned one
topic
2. Take turn ask the next
person a question after you
answer
! You can ask random question and make sure
Group your friend answer with Explaination/Example
Discussion Task
(45 minutes)
What is the examiner looking for in part 1?

• communicate effectively
• use appropriate vocabulary
• grammar
• express opinions clearly
HOW DO YOU FEEL TODAY?
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